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Side Dishes

Turkey Shami Kebabs

Usually made from minced lamb or beef, these kebabs are lightly spiced. Originally cooked in a clay oven or tandoor, here they are simply baked in a hot oven. Serve with steamed vegetables or a large salad.

Makes 12

Difficulty
Easy
Preparation Time
Less than 15 minutes
Cooking Time
Less than 20 minutes
Other Time
Chilling time. See method
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Spice rating
Medium
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Ingredients to make 12

  • 800g
    Turkey, minced
  • 1
    Red onion, peeled and finely grated
  • 1
    Red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp
    Low fat natural yogurt
  • 1 tsp
    Ginger, peeled and finely grated
  • 1 tbsp
    Medium curry powder
  • 1 tsp
    Lime zest
  • 3 tbsp
    Coriander leaves, chopped
  • 2 tbsp
    Mint, chopped
  • -
    Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • -
    Low calorie cooking spray

  • To Serve

  • -
    Red onion rings
  • -
    Lime wedges

Approximate Times

  • Preparation :
    Less than 15 minutes
  • Cooking :
    Less than 20 minutes
  • Other :
    Chilling time. See method

Method

  1. Place the turkey in a mixing bowl with the onion, ginger, curry powder, lime zest, chilli, coriander, mint and yogurt. Season well and, using your hands, mix until well combined. Cover and chill in the fridge for 6-8 hours (overnight if possible) to allow the flavours to develop.
  2. Preheat the oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6.
  3. Divide the turkey mixture into 12 portions and shape each portion into a flat, oval kebab shape. Place on a baking sheet lined with baking parchment and spray with low calorie cooking spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove from the oven and serve with red onion rings and lime wedges to squeeze over.